Breaking: Lightning ignites major wildfire near I-75: US 27 closed, 225 acres burned

Name: Breaking: Lightning ignites major wildfire near I-75: US 27 closed, 225 acres burned
Uploaded: 2026-07-26T23:03:00-0400
Duration: 43 s
Description: The Florida Forest Service says lightning sparked a wildfire along US 27 near I-75, burning 225 acres and forcing the closure of all lanes. The fire is now 60% contained, and officials believe it may burn itself out overnight. Watch live footage of the blaze and smoke as emergency crews monitor the situation.

The Florida Forest Service says lightning sparked a wildfire along US 27 near I-75, burning 225 acres and forcing the closure of all lanes. The fire is now 60% contained, and officials believe it may burn itself out overnight. Watch live footage of the blaze and smoke as emergency crews monitor the situation.